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“Health is a state of optimal physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, not merely the absence of disease and infirmity.” Dorland’s Medical Dictionary, 26 th Ed. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888 Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Dawn Balusik Acupuncture Physician
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“Health is a state of optimal physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, not merely the absence of disease and infirmity.” Dorland’s Medical Dictionary, 26th Ed. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Dawn Balusik Acupuncture Physician Chinese Herbalist Massage Therapist (ma36601) www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Imagine • You feel plenty of energy. • You have a natural sense of wellbeing. • You feel good in your body, without discomfort. • You have a strong immune system and rarely get sick. • You are free from addiction to any substance or behavior. • All of your body systems are healthy and working in perfect harmony with each other, giving you vibrancy, vitality, and total health. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
What is Oriental Medicine? • Complete system of medicine. • Diagnoses, treats & prevents illness naturally, through the stimulation, support and maintenance of the body's innate healing systems. • Includes Acupuncture, Herbal medicine, Massage and Bodywork, and Nutritional Therapies. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
What is Acupuncture? • Method of promoting natural healing and improved functioning of the body. • Insertion of very fine, sterile, stainless-steel needles into specific points on the skin. • Causes alterations of various physiological conditions in order to treat the underlying causes of a wide variety of illness. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Do the Needles Hurt? • No. They are as fine as a cat’s whisker. • Most people find acupuncture treatments very relaxing and many even fall asleep on the treatment table. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Energy Qi • There is an innate energy that exists within • every living cell. • This energy is responsible for the health & • proper functioning of all cells, tissues, • organs & body systems. • The state of this energy determines the • state of your overall health. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Circle of Health Circulation of: Blood Lymph Hormones Neurotransmitters Nerve Impulses LIFE ENERGY or QI (“Chee”) Cells, Tissues, Organs, Glands, Systems and Structures. HEALTHY HUMAN BODY www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
What Damages the Quality & Circulation of Qi? • Poor Nutrition • Lack of Exercise • Chronic Overwork or Overexertion • Unhealthy Lifestyle Choices • Exposure to Environmental Toxins • Injury, Poor Posture • Stress, Imbalanced Emotions www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Circle of Health Gets Interrupted Circulation of: Blood Lymph Hormones Neurotransmitters Nerve Impulses LIFE ENERGY or QI (“Chee”) Cells, Tissues, Organs, Glands, Systems and Structures. DIS-EASED HUMAN BODY www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
What Does Acupuncture Do? • Stimulates production & proper excretion of hormones, creating a more balanced state. • Positively affects circulation, blood pressure, rhythm & stroke volume of heart. • Stimulates secretion of gastric juices, digestive enzymes and regulates peristalsis. • Increases production of red & white blood cells. • Stimulates the release of endorphins, the brain chemical that gives you a sense of wellbeing. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Chinese Herbal Medicine • Consists of nearly 6,000 substances. • Little to no risk of side effects. • Treats underlying cause of the disorder, as well as the symptoms. • Prescribed in formulas (combinations) rather than single herbs, for a more balanced and comprehensive effect. • Dispensed as tablets, capsules, liquids, powders, teas, lotions, salves, and poultices. www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Dawn’s Education • Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine • Bachelor’s Degree PLUS • 4 yrs training in Acupuncture & Chinese Herbs. • National Certification Commission for Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine - Diplomat in Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine and Chinese Herbology. • Licensed Massage Therapist www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
Dawn Balusik offers: • Acupuncture • Massage Therapy • Nutritional & Lifestyle Counseling • Herbal Pharmacy • Nutritional Supplements www.AcupunctureByDawn.com (727) 723-3888
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